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厍 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
shèsurnameg, 6 strokes, radical 厂, Very Hard
shèsurname Sheunknown, 6 strokes, radical 厂, Very Hard
shè(She4) T4
  1. 1surname
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March 24, 2026
(厙)shè(She4)

The character 厍 (shè) primarily represents a surname in Chinese. It is not commonly used as a standalone word in daily conversation but can be encountered in names or historical texts. Understanding this character is important for recognizing certain family names and their cultural significance.

Strokes6RadicalFrequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

The surname She (厍) is quite rare and is one of the many surnames in Chinese culture that can signify lineage and heritage. In Chinese society, surnames often carry historical significance and reflect familial connections.

Memory Tip

Imagine a large, sturdy shed (sounds like 'shè') where families gather. The structure represents the surname 'She', linking the character's form to its role as a family name.

Meanings of 厍

shè(She4)
1surname
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About 厍

Simplified
Traditional
6Strokes
Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 厍

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a large, sturdy shed (sounds like 'shè') where families gather. The structure represents the surname 'She', linking the character's form to its role as a family name.

Usage Notes

Since 厍 is mainly a surname, it is generally used in formal contexts. Learners should ensure they use it correctly in family contexts, avoiding confusion with common nouns. Note that 'shè' should be pronounced with a falling tone, as mispronunciation can lead to misunderstandings.

HSK Study Tips

As a lesser-known HSK word and primarily a surname, 厍 may not appear in standard vocabulary lists. However, recognizing it can help with understanding name structures and cultural nuances in conversations about family. Students should focus on tone and context when using surnames in Chinese.

Cultural Note

The surname She (厍) is quite rare and is one of the many surnames in Chinese culture that can signify lineage and heritage. In Chinese society, surnames often carry historical significance and reflect familial connections.

Common Mistakes

Learners may confuse 厍 with similar-sounding characters or mispronounce it. For example, saying 'she' with a flat tone instead of 'shè' can lead to misunderstandings, as it is crucial to use the correct tone.

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Pronunciation of 厍

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Etymology of 厍

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Phonetic (sound)
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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 厍?

Decomposition of 厍

IDS Structure⿸厂车
Full Character
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chang3
enclosing
Che1
inner
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 厍?

Write 厍

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Cultural Notes for 厍

🏮Cultural insight

The surname She (厍) is quite rare and is one of the many surnames in Chinese culture that can signify lineage and heritage. In Chinese society, surnames often carry historical significance and reflect familial connections.

Word Family of 厍

Words Containing This Character1
shèsurname She
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Compound Meaning

What does 厍 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 厍

It primarily functions as a surname and does not have a specific meaning beyond identifying family lineage.